National Book Lovers Day

Today is #NationalBookLoversDay, and we’ve been privileged to host some rather prolific writers as podcast guests during our first four seasons! Please check out their books below (in order of appearance on our show):

Dave Holmes (episode 19), Party of One

Adrian Todd Zuniga (episode 25), Flight

Maris Kreizman (episode 28), Slaughterhouse 90210

Heather Cocks & Jessica Morgan (episode 29), The Royal We, Messy, Spoiled

Jason Shapiro (episode 36), The Memory Hoarder’s Journal

Krista Doyle (episode 38), Does This Bible Belt Make Me Look Gay?

Erin Mallory Long (episode 38), Text/Chat/Email

Jessie Rosen (episode 39), Dead Ringer

Christine Elise McCarthy (episode 41, episode 103), Bathing & the Single Girl

Mary Anna King (episode 43), Bastards: A Memoir

Andy Kamenetzky (episode 46), Fishing on the Edge

Emily V. Gordon (episode 51), Super You

Natalie London (episode 53), Lyme Light: A Memoir

Jay Martel (episode 57), Channel Blue

Lindsey Rosin (episode 61), Cherry

Jensen Karp (episode 66), Kanye West Owes Me $300

Kim Hoffman (episode 72), Sun Block.

Sara Benincasa (episode 73), Real Artists Have Day Jobs, DC Trip, Great, Agorafabulous!

Billy Vera (episode 82), Harlem to Hollywood

Jason Priestley (episode 85), A Memoir

Karen Tongson (episode 94), Relocations: Queer Suburban Imaginaries (Sexual Cultures)

Zach Selwyn (episode 98), Talent Will Get You Nowhere

Ryan O’Connell (episode 101), I’m Special: And Other Lies We Tell Ourselves

Robyn O’Neil (episode 105), 20 Years of Drawings

Marc Andreyko (episode 106), Love is Love, Torso

Margot Leitman (episode 110), Long Story Short, Gawky

Dan Curry (episode 111), Kung-Fu Lesbian

Jen Grisanti (episode 120), Change Your Story, Change Your Life, Story Line, TV Writing Tool Kit

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122 Charles Rosin - Mr. Walsh Goes to Washington

Join us for an XXL podcast episode discussing the Beverly Hills, 90210 fourth season finale, “Mr. Walsh Goes to Washington,” parts 1 and 2. We’re joined by the executive producer of 90210, Charles Rosin, for an in-depth Chuck’s Corner looking back at Shannen Doherty’s last season as Brenda Walsh on the series.

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121 Jarod Hector - Vital Signs

This week on “The Blaze with Lizzie & Kat” Beverly Hills, 90210 podcast, we’re joined by multimedia sports and entertainment journalist Jarod Hector. Jarod writes reviews, recaps, and interviews for Black Sports Online & BSO Entertainment, and describes himself as obsessed with men’s fashion and (most importantly) 90210.

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Lizzie & Kat minisode

We’re working to bring you the best podcast episodes as we approach the end of season four of Beverly Hills, 90210, which unfortunately means our recording schedule has been a little unpredictable. So this week we’re bringing you a fun update on one of this season’s most memorable guest actors, as well as some news about where you can see 90210 stars and friends of the Blaze on TV this summer!

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120 Jen Grisanti - Truth and Consequences

This week on “The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat” podcast, we spoke with Jen Grisanti, an acclaimed script and career consultant, writing instructor, blogger, and the author of three books: Story Line: Finding Gold in Your Life Story, TV Writing Tool Kit: How to Write a Script That Sells, and Change Your Story, Change Your Life. Jen began her career as an assistant to none other than the Mister, Aaron Spelling himself, who served as her mentor for 12 years. She quickly climbed the ranks and eventually ran Current Programs at Spelling Television Inc., covering all of Spelling’s shows including Beverly Hills, 90210, Melrose Place, and Charmed.

Discussed in this episode: Actor David Youse’s one-man short film, The Callback. Also, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides free, confidential support 24/7 at (800) 273-8255.

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119 Jessica Aceti & Brian Kirk - Acting Out

Stars of the #1 Ugly Christmas Sweater meme of 2008 (pictured), Jessica Aceti and Brian Kirk join us on the podcast this week, all the way from Seattle. Brian and Jess are game designers, and Jess is also the co-founder of Cap-Sac, the original fannypack for your head! You can even get your very own Blaze Cap-Sac from our merch site. For photos of Jess fangirling with cast members of Beverly Hills, 90210, click below the fold.

Discussed in this episode: this clip from actor Jason Majik’s demo reel featuring “SEGA CD Interactive for INXS: Design Your Own Video.”

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118 Gil Hizon - Divas

“The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat” podcast is joined this week by screenwriter, Beverly Hills, 9210 [sic] fan, and thrower of astrological shade, @horoscopesbygil. We first heard about Gil Hizon when our previous guest Denise Hewett announced that his script Finding James had recently been optioned; you can read the screenplay on Scriptd. Gil will be teaching a workshop at Script Anatomy in L.A. on June 17, “The Business of TV Writing for the Emerging TV Writer.”

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117 Our friend Eliza - Blind Spot

This week we’re joined by one of Kat’s oldest friends, who regrettably is brand new to Beverly Hills, 90210. But, with a Master’s degree in psychology and a lifetime of experience as a person who is blind, she offers some excellent insight into this episode. Donna is threatened as David develops an attraction to his piano tutor Holly, while Steve threatens the KEG President by outing him to the rest of the fraternity.

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116 Our friend Pam - The Time Has Come Today

TV fanatic Pam, one of the generous donors to our fundraising campaign benefiting the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, and Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles, joins us for the grooviest episode ever of Beverly Hills, 90210. We first met Pam in person when she let us sneak closer to the stage to sit with her at an “I Love the ‘90s” throwback concert featuring Color Me Badd, Kid ‘n Play, Tone Loc, and Vanilla Ice - so you know she’s a kindred spirit.

Special thanks to Shaun Fisher for performing the winners of our “David Silver’s Best Rap of the 20th Century” contest!

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Bonus Episode: Will Robelo - RuPaul’s Drag Race (”9021-HO”)

Shantay! Tori Spelling and Jennie Garth guest-judged the latest episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race, and the queens had to compete in an acting challenge that paid homage to Beverly Hills, 90210. Longtime friend, early guest on the podcast, and drag enthusiast Will Robelo joins us to discuss our journeys with the art of drag and to recap this incredible night of television. You can purchase the RPDR episode on Amazon Prime, watch the Untucked follow-up on YouTube, and hear Jennie and Tori on RuPaul and Michelle Visage’s podcast “What’s the Tee?”

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115 Jay Larson - Cuffs and Links

Comedian, writer, actor appearing on the upcoming season of Twin Peaks, and host of The CrabFeast Podcast, Jay Larson is on The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat podcast this week! We talk about our Beverly Hills, 90210 journeys, the Santa Ana winds, and how to cheat at golf. Special thanks to Shaun Fisher for performing the first of two winners of our “David Silver’s Best Rap of the 20th Century” contest!

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114 Megan Rooney - A Pig is a Boy is a Dog

Joining us all the way from Chicago is Megan Rooney, one of the generous donors to our fundraising campaign benefiting the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, and Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles. Since Megan is on the Board of Directors for the Animal Care League, she’s the perfect guest to talk about Brenda and Donna’s involvement in animal rights activism. You can read The Baltimore Sun’s epic review of Beverly Hills, 90210′s 100th’s episode online.

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113 Denise Hewett - Change Partners

This week on “The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat” podcast, we’re joined by Denise Hewett, the founder and CEO of Scriptd, a comprehensive database of original scripts that promotes transparency and visibility within the entertainment industry. We’re discussing the Beverly Hills, 90210 episode where “Power Feminist” Lucinda seeks independent financing for her documentary from none other than Dylan McKay.

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112 James Cullen Bressack - Addicted to Love

“The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat” podcast took a trip to the premiere of Shannen Doherty’s latest film Bethany, and we got to interview its writer-director James Cullen Bressack. We pair our review of the film, and interview with Bressack, with our analysis of the Beverly Hills, 90210 season four episode “Addicted to Love.” Bethany also stars Tom Green and Stefanie Estes, and is playing in select theaters, as well as available on VOD on Amazon and iTunes.

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111 Dan Curry - Scared Very Straight

Dan Curry is more than just the husband of last week’s podcast guest Margot Leitman, he’s also the head writer for The Eric Andre Show, and the author of the novel Kung Fu Lesbian. Dan has a lot to say about his own Beverly Hills, 90210 journey, and we all learn a lot about drug busts discussing this episode. Stay tuned for Dan’s upcoming science & comedy podcast “Science in Exile!”

The deadline to submit your entry for our “Best Rap of the 20th Century” contest is Friday, April 7.

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110 Margot Leitman - The Labors of Love

Writer, award-winning storyteller, and podcaster Margot Leitman joins our Beverly Hills, 90210 podcast this week as David deals with his drug addiction and Andrea deals with morning sickness. Margot is the author of Gawky: Tales of an Extra Long Awkward Phase, and Long Story Short: The Only Storytelling Guide You’ll Ever Need. Along with former guest of “The Blaze” H. Alan Scott, Margot hosts Talking Crime, a not-so-serious true crime response podcast.

You can read the Los Angeles Times op-eds referenced in this episode here: “On the Dumping of a 90210 Role Model;” Charles Rosin’s response; Gabrielle Carteris’ response; and the response to her response. We’re also pleased to bring you updates on Peach Pit Willie, Jose Angel Santana, the Big Oaks Lodge, and a double-scoop of Chuck’s Corner!

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109 KXCU Presents: “Heartbreaker”

It’s 2am, Condors, and DJ David Silver can’t be in the studio tonight, so your gals Lizzie and Kat are stepping in to cover his graveyard radio shift. Calls come in from listeners April in Los Angeles, Lance in Montreal, Pallavi in New York, and Jess in Australia. This episode is an experiment into the electronic grid, so it’s a good thing we love to party!

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108 Our friend April - Thicker Than Water

There’s trouble in paradise, as David’s addiction is threatening baby Erin’s safety, Dylan’s little sister Erica is growing up, and Andrea receives some startling test results. Our friend April joins us for this episode of our Beverly Hills, 90210 podcast and offers a law professional’s opinion on the gang’s shenanigans and various custody arrangements. You can listen to David Silver’s depressed playlist on Spotify at tinyurl.com/DJGrimReaper.

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107 Amy Jacobowitz - Crunch Time

Writer and fellow Law & Order: SVU obsessive Amy Jacobowitz is the guest on this week’s episode of The Blaze with Lizzie and Kat, and we’re almost as stressed as David Silver during finals. Almost. You can watch Modern/Love, the short film Amy wrote (directed by Lee Toland Krieger, and starring Robert Schwartzman and Naomi Scott) on YouTube.

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106 Marc Andreyko - Somewhere in the World it’s Christmas

Kat is joined by her sister Alexx as a guest cohost for this week’s episode, and it’s Christmastime in Beverly Hills. We’re honored to interview a Beverly Hills, 90210 fan, comic book writer Marc Andreyko, whose latest comics anthology Love is Love benefits victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting and their families through Equality Florida.

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